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ProView – Bern Winter Watts

May 4, 2021May 4, 2021Bern Helmets, ProView Gear Reviews, Snow Bethany Stivers Leave a Comment on ProView – Bern Winter Watts

Under the prayer flags marking the summit, I strapped my board on, tightened my gloves, pulled my goggles down, and secured my Bern Winter Watts helmet.

ProView – Kemper Snowboards SR Splitboard 1986/87

May 3, 2021September 12, 2024Kemper Snowboards, Mountaineering, ProView Gear Reviews, Snow Delia Maher Leave a Comment on ProView – Kemper Snowboards SR Splitboard 1986/87

Kemper’s new SR split is the little bear of the three bears in the Goldilocks story--it’s just right for this girl! Its have multiple profiles on this board to work in all kinds of conditions, and the flare of color…

Gifts For The Adventure Mom In Your Life

May 3, 2021June 8, 2021Outdoor Adventure, Outdoor Industry, Stories, Women in the Outdoors Kelly Knauf Leave a Comment on Gifts For The Adventure Mom In Your Life

Mother's Day gift ideas for the mom in your life who loves to get outside, wake up early and never says no to a good adventure!

ProView – Bern Winter Macon 2.0 MIPS

April 30, 2021April 30, 2021Bern Helmets, Biking, ProView Gear Reviews, Snow Quinn Keating Leave a Comment on ProView – Bern Winter Macon 2.0 MIPS

This budget oriented convertible helmet ticks a lot of boxes for those looking for a year round solution to their helmet needs.  

ProView – Ultimate Direction Women’s Ventro Windshell

April 29, 2021April 29, 2021Backpacking and Hiking, ProView Gear Reviews, Running, Snow, Ultimate Direction Michelle Beadle Leave a Comment on ProView – Ultimate Direction Women’s Ventro Windshell

The Ultimate Direction Women’s Ventro Windshell is an ultra-light weight shell that works as the perfect top layer for any outdoor aerobic activity when light protection from the elements is needed

11 Outdoor Brands Making an Environmental Difference

April 29, 2021April 18, 2023Conservation & Sustainability, Outdoor Industry, Stories Kelly Knauf 2 Comments on 11 Outdoor Brands Making an Environmental Difference

Eleven outdoor brands who are putting the environment first and implementing eco-friendly practices when making gear!

5 Favorite Women’s Adventure Jackets

April 27, 2021April 25, 2022Brands, Cotopaxi, Himali, Mountain Hardwear, Outdoor Research, ProView Gear Reviews, Sierra Designs, Snow Roxy Dawson Leave a Comment on 5 Favorite Women’s Adventure Jackets

With the pandemic still brewing around us, the outdoors feels like a safe place where social distancing and fresh air are already top priorities. As we head into a new season, take a look at our favorite jackets that have…

ProView – Ultimate Direction Comfort Belt High Beam Reflective

April 26, 2021October 7, 2024ProView Gear Reviews, Running, Ultimate Direction Alli Hartz Leave a Comment on ProView – Ultimate Direction Comfort Belt High Beam Reflective

The Comfort Belt has gained a solid place among my running gear that I frequently reach for. It’s stretchy (but not too stretchy), fits snugly (but not too snugly), and holds everything I need for a 1-2 hour run.

ProView – Ultimate Direction Men’s Ventro Jacket

April 23, 2021April 19, 2021ProView Gear Reviews, Running, Snow, Ultimate Direction Ryan Beachy 2 Comments on ProView – Ultimate Direction Men’s Ventro Jacket

The Ultimate Direction Ventro is an excellent jacket for cold weather activities from the shoulder seasons to the single digits in the depths of winter.

Our 5 Favorite Men’s Adventure Jackets

April 22, 2021April 25, 2022Brands, Cotopaxi, Himali, Mountain Hardwear, Outdoor Research, ProView Gear Reviews, Sierra Designs, Snow Roxy Dawson Leave a Comment on Our 5 Favorite Men’s Adventure Jackets

Whether you're out for a simple cross-country ski or a full day trip to your favorite couloir, keeping warm and your temperature regulated is a top priority.

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